Creamy Vegetable Divan Casserole

Just 10 minutes to make, 25 to bake, this potluck-ready side serves 16 and pairs with any meat.

Ingredients

6

tablespoons butter or margarine

1/3

cup all-purpose flour

1/2

teaspoon pepper

1

cup chicken broth

1

cup milk

2

cups shredded American cheese (8 oz)

1

bag (1 lb) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed

2

boxes (9 oz each) frozen cut broccoli, thawed

1

cup soft bread crumbs

Directions

1Heat oven to 350°F. In 3-quart saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually add broth and milk, cooking and stirring about 4 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and thickened.